P0PE'S PRAYER FOR AUGUST 2018- THE TREASURE OF FAMILIES Lord, May any far-reaching decisions of economists and politicians protect the family as one of the treasures of humanity. Amen. ("Texas Catholic Herald", 8-14-18, page 2)

BISHOPS' BEATFOR AUGUST 2018- CHILD WELFARE INCLUSION ACT HOUSE BILL 1881/ SENATE BILL 811 Support these bills that allow groups with religious affiliation to be part of the community that can place children.